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Commercial Truck Driving Certificate Program
The Commercial Truck Driving (CTD) program provides training for those individuals seeking a Commercial Driver's License. In addition to classroom instruction, students receive commercial truck driving training on site and on the road. The CTD certificate program is a 7-10 week course of study depending upon internship(s). Students completing the certificate coursework will have valuable knowledge and experience in commercial truck driving which will better qualify them for employment in the fast growing trucking industry.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Opportunities exist for graduates of the program to go into local and over-the-road commercial truck driving positions.
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
- Submit a completed application and application fee
- Be at least 18 years of age;
- Have a valid Georgia Driver's License;
- Provide a 7-year Motor Vehicle Report that shows no more than 8 points or 3 moving violations in the last 3 years and no DUI in last 7 years;
- Pass a D.O.T. physical*; (*Not required until all other criteria has been met.)
- Pass NIDA 5 drug screening*;
- Meet any applicable Federal Standards;
- Applicants must comply with Federal requirements as set forth in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
Test Reading Writing Numerical Algebra ASSET 29 29 29 COMPASS 40 11 17 SAT 430 400 ACT 18 16 CPE 75 75 75
COMMERCIAL TRUCK DRIVING CURRICULUM
The standard curriculum for the Commercial Truck Driving program is designed for the quarter system. The program admits new students every quarter. The program can be completed in 7-10 weeks. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 15 credit hours.
| CURRICULUM OUTLINE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|
| OCCUPATIONAL COURSES | 15 | |
| CTD 101* | Fundaments of Commercial Truck Driving | 5 |
| CTD 102* | Basic Operations | 5 |
| CTD 103* | Advanced Operations | 5 |
* "C" or higher is required for designated courses.
PROGRAM COSTS
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
Tuition/Fees: $2,127
Books/Supplies: $150
D.O.T. Physical: $70
N.I.D.A. 5 Drug Test: $50
Driver's License Permit: $45
Final Driving Test: $50
For qualifying applicants, H.O.P.E. pays the $2,127 of tuition/fees and $100 of book costs.